Quantitative Researcher - Commodities Options

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hedge fund seeks a Quantitative Researcher for its rapidly expanding commodities options desk. The role involves developing trading strategies in a collaborative team environment, offering excellent career growth opportunities. Candidates should possess a strong trading record and a passion for commodities.

Qualifications

• Experience in systematic trading strategy development, ideally in medium frequency trading.
• Outstanding performance with a 2-3+ Sharpe ratio.
• Strong interest and background in commodities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage scalable medium frequency trading strategies.
• Generate new alpha and process signals.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Risk Management

Systematic Trading Strategy Development

Performance Tracking

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06.06.2025

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Quantitative Researcher - Commodities Options

A world-renowned hedge fund at the forefront of quantitative trading and research is seeking a quantitative researcher in systematic commodities options for their desk in London which is experiencing rapid growth driven by outstanding performance.

Work with a team of quants to develop and manage various scalable medium frequency trading strategies, generating new alpha, process signals and risk management. This position offers excellent exposure and further career growth opportunities as the team continues to expand.

Key Qualifications:

• Years experience in systematic trading strategy development, ideally within a medium frequency trading environment.
• Outstanding performance and live track record, with a 2-3+ Sharpe.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Strong interest and background working within commodities.